Introduction
We are pleased that you are interested in
the School of Education at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point began in 1894 as the Stevens Point
Normal School, whose primary purpose was to prepare teachers. We have
continued to maintain education as a primary mission throughout the years.
The School of Education offers certifiable majors in Early Childhood and
Elementary Education and a major and minor in Exceptional Education.
Secondary and K-12 certification are also available in a variety of academic
areas. Students can choose between majors and minors in over thirty
different areas.
Minors/Specializations:
Why Study Education at
UW-Stevens Point?
The programs offered by the School of
Education are fully accredited by the Wisconsin Department of Public
Instruction as well as the North Central Association of Secondary Schools
and Colleges. The faculty in the School of Education is dedicated to
providing you with the newest innovations in teaching methods and
technology. We strongly believe that teacher candidates should have frequent
experiences in classrooms, and we strive to provide this opportunity in all
phases of the teacher preparation program. Advisors are also available to
provide assistance to you throughout your studies. We hope you will take
advantage of all that the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point School of
Education program has to offer and that you enjoy your time with us.
High School Preparation
To prepare for the School of Education
program, high school students should focus on courses in child development,
language arts, biology, chemistry/physics/astronomy, geography/geology,
mathematics, psychology, and U.S. government.
Employment Opportunities
The quality of the School of Education
program is reflected in our success with placing graduates in educational
positions. A variety of classroom experiences, educational organizations and
volunteer programs are available, further helping a student to qualify for
higher, permanent positions after graduating.
Department Features
The School of Education has an excellent
faculty of eighteen professional educators. Each has earned a doctorate in a
specialty area and all are experienced teachers who bring together a wide
range of experiences at all grade levels. These dedicated professionals, all
with deep concern for their students, strive to design and revise programs
to meet the needs of the future educator.
Admission to Professional
Education
The School of Education has two deadlines
per year for admission to the Professional Education Program. Enrollment
caps are in effect for all majors and many minors. Students apply to the
program after completing 40 credits, at which time all requirements must be
met. It is recommended that students begin taking tests after 26 credits are
completed and at least 4-6 months prior to application.
Sample Program of Study
for the Exceptional Education Major Requirements
Certification: Students may select one or
two teaching specializations: Cognitive Disabilities (CD), Emotional
Disturbance (ED), or Learning Disabilities (LD). Certification is for ages
5-21 in ED, LD or CD if one specialization is chosen; elementary (ages 5-13)
or secondary (ages 10-21) if two specializations are chosen. A 2.75 GPA in
the major, the minor, and overall is required to student teach.
*Specific General Degree Requirements meet Department of
Public Instruction requirements. A "P" in front of a course indicates
admission to the Professional Education program is required. Some courses
are blocked together and must be taken in sequence.
- * Freshman English
English 101 (3 credits) and English 102 (3 credits) OR
English 150 (3 credits)
- * Writing Emphasis
(6 credits)
P - Educ 310 (listed under major courses), Elective (3 credits)
- * Communication
Communication 101 (2 credits)
- * Mathematics
Math 90 (3 credits, if needed), Math 100 (3 credits, if needed),
Math 338 (3 credits)
- * Natural Science
(choose one from each area - maximum of one "100" course - at least two
courses must be 5 credits) (13-15 credits)
- Physical Science: Chemistry 100-3 cr, 101-5; Physics 100-3,
101-5; Astronomy 100-3, 205-4, 206-4, 311-3
- Earth Science: Geography 100-3, 101-5; Geology 100-3
- Life Science: Biology 100-3, 101-5
- * Minority
Studies/Non-Western
Minority Studies (3 credits), Non-Western Culture (3 credits)
- * History
History 212; History 120#, 130#(MNS), 211, 379#(MNS), 382# (MNS),
385#, or 388# (3 credits)
# courses do not meet History GDR requirement
- * Humanities and Social
Sciences (combined total of 18 credits)
- * Humanities
(6-9 credits) - English 211, 212, 213, 214 (3 credits - select
one) and Elective (3 credits - Area 1)
- * Social Sciences
(9-12 credits) - Psych 110 (3 credits), Psych 260 or Hum Dev 261
0r 265 (3 credits), Poli Sci 101, Elective (3 credits)
- * Environmental Literacy
P - Natural Resources 370 (3 credits)
- * Wellness - (3
credits total - 1 credit must be Health Enhancement and 1 credit must be
Aerobic Activity)
- Major Courses:
- P - Comm Dis 367
(3 credits - spring only)
- P - Educ 200 (1
credit)
- Educ 205 (1
credit)
- P - Educ 300 (1
credit)
- P - Educ 302 (3
credits)
- P - Educ 309 (3
credits)
- P - Educ 310 (3
credits)
- P - Educ 314 (2
credits)
- P - Educ 351 (3
credits)
- P - Educ 356 (3
credits)
- P - Educ 362 (3
credits)
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- P - Educ 368 (3
credits)
- P - Educ 378 (3
credits)
- P - Educ 381 (3
credits)
- P - Educ 383 (3
credits)
- P - Educ 397 (3
credits)
- P - Inst Resources
331 (3 crs)
- P - Educ 398 (12
crs, student teaching)
- P - Educ 400 (1 cr
w/student teaching)
- Math 228 (3
credits)
- Math Educ 228 (1
credit)
- Math Educ 338 (1
credit)
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- Specializations: (No
more than 2 areas of emphasis are allowed for initial licensing.)
- CD or ED
- P - Educ 364 (3 credits)
- P - Educ 369 (3 credits)
- LD
- P - Educ 310 (3 credits)
- P - Educ 364 (3 credits)
- P - Educ 369 (3 credits)
